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Simonside Summit

Recommended by 254 hikers out of 256

In the far north eastern arm of the Northumberland National Park lie the Simonside Hills and their eponymous hill. Here, you can enjoy the best of both sides of this …

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    1. Lordenshaws & Simonside loop — Northumberland National Park

    11.4km

    03:24

    350m

    Expert hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    February 23, 2024

    Simonside is a 429m (1400ft) summit perched atop the untamed wilderness of the Northumberland National Park. It boasts a rugged ridge that commands sensational views of the Cheviot Hills to the north and the whole Northumbrian coastline to the east.



    In close reach from Rothbury, Simonside is a top pick for epic views. Bring a flask of tea, settle in and relish the perfect scenery surround you.

      November 5, 2020

      Simonside is a beautiful walk with 360 views at the top. It can be very boggy on top so good shoes are needed.

        May 27, 2020

        The steep hike up to Simonside 1,411 feet (430m) reveals a panorama of the Cheviots to the north and the whole Northumbrian coastline to the east.



        As a Special Area of Conservation, the Simoside Hills area teems with wildlife such as the curlew, red grouse, wild goats, and even red squirrels in the forest below.

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          Elevation 430 m

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          Location: Whitton And Tosson, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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